. >> he says there for constitutional law for that. california rubs have a lot to work as they gather for the state party spring convention. they say it will take a while to get over the last election and the poor showing among minorities. >> i think it's important for our state party to identity those people. >> dillon is running for the first republican female vice chair at the convention. >> extra security and a stronger police presence, some of the changes that the first friday event in oakland's uptown neighborhood. let's hear more about the changes and a new emphasis on safety. >> reporter: it ended about an hour ago but venders have taken down the stands but there's plenty of people still in the area. >> reporter: this band kicked off tonight's live entertainment, people dancing, and glad that the city hasn't lost its rhythm. it's a family-oriented activity and extra security was hired. this boy was shot and killed following last month's first friday event. >> it's been marred by violence lately, and it's unfortunate. when you l